Delhi High Court
93,075 judgments
New India Assurance Co. Ltd. v. Shanti & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld negligence of the tractor driver in a fatal motor accident, rejected contributory negligence by the deceased, and enhanced compensation awarded to the claimants with interest.
Bhagwan Sahai v. State
The Delhi High Court modified the appellant's conviction from murder under Section 302 IPC to culpable homicide not amounting to murder under Section 304 Part-II IPC, holding that the killing occurred due to sudden provocation and that the statement implicating the appellant was admissible as res gestae.
Srishti Pandey v. IDBI Bank Ltd & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the eviction of a former employee from public premises, validating the Estate Officer's appointment despite corporate changes, and ruled that eviction execution complied with statutory notice periods though removal of belongings without notice was improper but not compensable.
Shyam Gupta and Anr. v. Rajni Gupta
The Delhi High Court disposed of a family dispute suit by consent, allowing interim communication between the defendant mother and her minor son pending guardianship proceedings without adjudicating custody merits.
Raj Kumar Jain v. Central Bureau of Investigation
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition under Section 482 Cr.P.C. challenging charge framing for aiding and abetting acquisition of disproportionate assets, holding that prima facie material existed and inherent powers should be exercised sparingly.
K.K. Spun Pipe Pvt Ltd v. Brij Gopal Construction Company Pvt Ltd and Another
The Delhi High Court permitted withdrawal of a civil suit based on an out-of-court settlement and ordered refund of 50% court fees under Section 16A of the Court Fees Act, 1870.
M/S MIND NEXGENTECH LTD v. M/S GREEN MAX SYSTEMS AND ANR
The Delhi High Court accepted the parties' joint compromise application under Order XXIII Rule 3 CPC and decreed the suit in terms of the settlement reached.
Ravinder Kumar Mittal v. M/S Aditya Electricals
The Delhi High Court dismissed the plaintiff's civil suit for default and non-prosecution due to repeated failure to appear and prosecute the case.
M/S XEROX MODI CORP LTD. v. THE SPECIAL DIRECTOR, ENFORCEMENT DIRECTORATE
The Delhi High Court held it has territorial jurisdiction to hear an appeal under FEMA where the appellant corporate entity carries on business within its jurisdiction, notwithstanding the location of its registered or corporate office.
Shree Bhagirathi Ganga Educational & Cultural Society v. Delhi Development Authority
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking allotment of institutional land without formal allotment, holding that no legal right arises from mere proposals and that delay and policy changes bar relief.
Nand Kishore Decd Thr Lrs & Ors v. Yashpal Bhatia & Ors
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioners' revision challenging dismissal of leave to defend, upholding eviction under Section 14(1)(e) of the Delhi Rent Control Act based on landlord's bonafide requirement.
National Investor Forum Regd. v. Golden Forests India Ltd.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the review petition challenging the confirmation of sale of surplus lands, holding that no new grounds justified reopening the matter and directing compliance with deposit orders.
M/S M.S. SHOES EAST LTD. v. PRESSMAN LTD.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the defendant's application for condonation of delay in filing objections to an arbitration award, holding that the defendant failed to demonstrate sufficient cause and acted without due diligence despite knowledge of the award and suit.
ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. v. KUNAL SADH & ORS.
The Delhi High Court allowed the insurer's appeal to grant recovery rights against the owner and driver upon proving the driver held a fake license, establishing willful breach of the insurance policy.
Maina Devi v. Rati Ram and Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the plaintiff's application to delete key issues on maintainability, limitation, and validity of sale documents, holding that earlier judgments are not binding as res judicata since the plaintiff was not a party to the prior suit.
Sangeeta Bahal v. Sudhanshu Dang & Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner one final opportunity to cross-examine the complainant under Section 145(2) of the Negotiable Instruments Act subject to costs, emphasizing prevention of abuse and expeditious trial.
Harinder Kaur v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under multiple IPC sections based on an amicable settlement between parties, emphasizing the court's power to prevent abuse of process and secure justice.
Shish Pal @ Shishupal Sharma v. The State (NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner’s pre-arrest bail application in a case involving illegal medical practice and death, holding that the gravity of the offence and need for custodial investigation outweighed the complainant’s affidavit in favor of bail.
Pinki Rani v. State
The Delhi High Court granted pre-arrest bail to accused in a dowry harassment case based on a comprehensive matrimonial settlement including monetary compensation and return of jewellery.
Pinki Rani v. State
The Delhi High Court granted pre-arrest bail to accused in a matrimonial cruelty and dowry harassment case upon their bona fide settlement with the complainant and compliance with bail conditions.